Jorge Saenz De Viteri is a bilingual executive leader who strengthens public and nonprofit systems by connecting strategy, operations, people, and resources to improve outcomes for children, families, and communities.
His leadership spans government oversight, organizational performance, fiscal stewardship, workforce development, regulatory compliance, crisis response, and cross-sector partnerships. In a senior leadership assignment with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Jorge helped guide strategy, accountability, and risk management for a $1.2 billion portfolio encompassing 222 Head Start grants across New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Previously, Jorge directed a $5.2 million regional support system, leading a multilingual team of 33 professionals serving more than 160 organizations. He introduced performance measures and reporting tools, strengthened staff development, and helped organizational leaders translate complex federal requirements into practical improvements.
Following major hurricanes in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Jorge coordinated regional recovery support that helped restore services for more than 12,000 children. He aligned federal partners, local organizations, workforce resources, and operational priorities during periods of significant disruption.
Earlier in his career, Jorge served as Executive Director of the Bronx Community College Child Development Center. He oversaw strategy, budgeting, staffing, compliance, facilities, partnerships, and organizational performance for a multi-program operation serving more than 250 children. Through disciplined financial and operational management, the organization generated a cumulative operating surplus of approximately $500,000 over five years.
Jorge’s leadership extends into public service and professional engagement. He is a Governor-appointed member and Co-Chair of the New York City Citizens Review Panel on Child Protective Services. He has also contributed to statewide and citywide initiatives focused on public policy, child welfare, workforce development, and early childhood systems. He co-founded the Latino Coalition for Early Care and Education and serves as Co-Facilitator of the NAEYC Latino Interest Forum.
Jorge holds a Master of Science in Early Childhood Education from Lehman College, a Bachelor of Arts in Education and Human Services from Manhattan College, and permanent New York State teaching certification.
His work is grounded in a practical belief: public systems earn trust when strong leadership turns policy and resources into results that people can see and experience.
Jorge Saenz De Viteri, MSEd. 